We’re quite used to buying gifts for our loved ones – from our romantic partners to family members and our beloved friends. We spend precious time picking out the perfect present for them, ensuring they don’t get disappointed, and truly like what we select for them. But how often do we actually spend time and money picking thoughtful little presents for ourselves? Not a lot of time, right? Well, it is time you pamper yourself, and if you don’t have plenty of free time on your hands, worry not, we’ve curated a collection of functional and fulfilling products for you! These well-designed and clever products will make for wonderful self-gifts. Not only are they high-value, but they’re also well-priced, and visually appealing.
1. LEGO Tetris
Sometimes the best form of self-care is taking some time off from your hectic day, and indulging in a whimsical game or two. This LEGO Ideas set is a tribute to the world’s most influential digital game – the Tetris. Designed by LEGO builder ‘victorvey300′, the LEGO set celebrates Tetris’ 40th anniversary and features a box with a lid that serves as the game’s screen. It takes you back down memory lane, with a container filled with bricks, controls on the bottom right, and a leaderboard on the top right.
Why is it noteworthy?
This unique LEGO build has a lot of attention to detail on it. It is a vault-shaped kit with cool Tetris graphics and branding on the outside, while the inside is filled to the brim with features and various details which allow 6 players to game a whole game of Tetris. The box also features brick generators which tell you what the next brick should be.
What we like
- Lets you play a refreshing version of the iconic game
What we dislike
- You need to select each brick’s orientation and position yourself before you drop it into the channel
2. Elevate Stand (For CD Cover/Jacket Player)
If you own the Portable CD Cover Player or CD Jacket Player, then you may want to get your hands on the Elevate Stand as well. The minimal and compact stand is designed to hold your Portable CD Cover Player or CD Jacket Player. You can use the stand to display these products in an effortless and timeless fashion. It is essentially a sleek L-shaped aluminum stand with an elegant silver finish.
Why is it noteworthy?
The classy-looking stand will add an element of contemporary elegance to your home. It is ideal for windowsills, shelves, or any spot where you can’t wall-mount the players. It serves as a clever product that adds flexibility and style to how you choose to enjoy your music.
What we like
- Has a chic and contemporary look that suits modern homes
What we dislike
- It is only available in one finish option, and there is no scope for personalization
3. Japanese Lantern Candle
After a long day at work, sometimes I just love to sink into a warm bath, with a lovely little candle giving me company, and offering illumination. If this sounds like the perfect experience for you, then you may want to add the Japanese Lantern Candle to your self-care session. This pretty little lantern is inspired by the traditional Japanese ‘chouchin’ lantern, and has a lovely pillar form.
Why is it noteworthy?
The candle is designed to be a modern and elegant version of an age-old iconic Japanese lantern design. It radiates a surreal and calming glow while showcasing a minimal and compact design language that will complement different interior styles. The Japanese Candle Lantern is handcrafted by artisans in Kurashiki, Japan.
What we like
- The outer wax is quite a handle and doesn’t melt easily, forming a clear body on the candle
What we dislike
- Since it has an open flame, it is a fire hazard and must be used around kids and pets with care and caution
4. Sony Walkman MW-A306
Meet the Sony Walkman MW-A306, a neat Walkman device that delivers high-quality digital music in dynamic range, with original records guaranteed. It is designed to upscale compressed music files from streaming services in real time to provide CD-like audio playback that you can enjoy in your leisure time.
Why is it noteworthy?
You can enjoy CD-like music through headphones or wireless earbuds, creating a music-listening experience that feels authentic and seamless. It features Edge-AI and DSEE Ultimate technology, which allows the Walkman to compress files with complete accuracy and in real-time.
What we like
- Has a richer and more dynamic music playback
- Elevates the user experience on any streaming service of your choice
What we dislike
- Equipped with only 18GB available space to store your favorite tracks
5. Unfiltered Titanium Whisky Glass
This beautiful glass is called the Unfiltered Titanium Whisky Glass, and it is inspired by metallic hues, creating a rather mesmerizing light and color interplay. The glass offers a lovely visual experience since it has a 1/f fluctuating pattern that resembles a murmuring stream. It is built from pure titanium, enhancing your drinking experience, and making for the perfect self-gift.
Why is it noteworthy?
It is made using cutting-edge technology which builds an interesting color play. The glass is biocompatible and safe, in fact, even more than platinum or glass. It is resistant to odors and stains and maintains long-term hygiene.
What we like
- Utilizes advanced space development technology
What we dislike
- You cannot see how much you’re pouring, or how much liquid is in the glass from far, as it is a solid glass
6. MagSnap Wallet
Called the MagSnap Wallet, this wallet has a magnetic and modular design, that lets you attach extra modules, allowing your wallet to hold more cards, cash, or even EDC tools. It is sleek and can be docked on the back of your iPhone, to enable easy carrying. It features an all-metal design and is RFID-blocking as well, something that Apple’s MagSafe wallet doesn’t have either.
Why is it noteworthy?
However, the MagSnap Wallet isn’t MagSafe compatible, it comes along with a magnet-enabled iPhone case or an adhesive MagSnap plate which you can attach to your phone. “Our magnet array and locking pin are much stronger than MagSafe”, say the designers at OhSnap.
What we like
- You can attach extra modules giving your wallet a cool storage upgrade
- A digitally secure product, owing to its RFID-blocking abilities
What we dislike
- Has a slightly less streamlined approach than Apple, which may not be preferred by some users
7. Couch Console
We’ve found the perfect gift for you – to gift yourself! This is the Couch Console the perfect product to hold your snacks and drinks and ensure they remain intact, as you sit and binge-watch your favorite show. There is something so comforting, wholesome, and yet extremely functional about this clever design. You need it in your living room!
Why is it noteworthy?
The Couch Console includes a cupholder that contains a mechanical gyroscope with a counterweight to keep your drinks safe and secure on different surfaces. It also features a clever little compartment to store knick-knacks, as well as a phone stand, snack holder, charging dock, and a dedicated remote tray.
What we like
- Features a modular design, letting you customize the layout according to your needs
- Features a USB C hub to hold the battery and juice up your phone
What we dislike
- The design is quite bulky and space-consuming, we would have preferred smaller and more compact configurations as well
8. Bookish Bookmark
Named the Bookish Bookmark, this clever little product lets you enjoy a hands-free reading session, keeping your book open, without you resorting to any uncomfortable workarounds. Since it keeps your book open and accessible for you, you don’t need to hold your place using something heavy and bulky. It features a transparent design for anyone who likes to follow cookbooks or has a constant vision of their favorite books.
Why is it noteworthy?
The Bookish Bookmark is ideal for you if you also like to showcase your prized books in your home. Since it has a transparent form, you can keep your book wide open, and let it serve as a visually appealing component to your desk, bookshelf, or coffee table.
What we like
- You can display your favorite books in a visually appealing and tidy manner
What we dislike
- The bookmark may be too big for small books, and not preferred by people who like discreet and subtle bookmarks
9. OutIn Nano
Dubbed the OutIn Nano, this little flask-shaped product helps you prepare a hot cup of coffee anywhere, and anytime. The espresso maker can be used indoors, outdoors, or even up in the sky! You simply need to pull out a shot of espresso, prepare a cuppa, and enjoy a steaming cup of coffee without any worries.
Why is it noteworthy?
The OutIn Nano also includes its own water heater, so it warms up the water while brewing your coffee. This simplifies the process for you, and you don’t need to prepare anything except an empty cup, and your wish to make some freshly brewed coffee!
What we like
- It is a portable espresso maker, so you can carry it wherever you like
- Equipped with an easy-to-use single-button interface to prepare your coffee
What we dislike
- The product takes a while to heat up between shots
10. Wooden Pen Holder
Called the Wooden Pen Holder, this block of wood is the perfect little holder to store your powerful pen. There is something truly fascinating and satisfying about picking up a pen and putting your thoughts and ideas on paper. This pen holder adorns your desk, adding an element of tasteful elegance to it while storing your pen.
Why is it noteworthy?
The pen holder is essentially a wooden block, and it is quite simple and unassuming, yet quite beautiful, as minimal designs tend to be. It is built from genuine maple wood, and each piece is marked with unique grains and patterns, making them all special, and of course one-of-a-kind.
What we like
- Features a gently curving depression that can hold any pen with a standard-size
- Minimalist and compact design ethos
What we dislike
- It occupies precious real estate on a bench that cannot be adjusted/reduced